Jane Embury looks at aspects of fire safety A building’s ability to withstand fire depends on its design, the materials used and the quality of construction. If a fire does happen, those three elements should prevent the spread of flames and smoke and allow for a safe evacuation. Good building design involves a multi-disciplinary approach […]
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Repurposing the Square Mile
Jane Embury looks at a bold strategy in London The future of our towns and cities is of vital importance as we emerge into a new normal. They are the country’s lifeblood, responsible for retail commerce and jobs. Not only that but urban vibrancy is about leisure: bars, restaurants, coffee shops, museums and galleries. Essentially, […]
Fire safety in atria
Jane Embury looks at a recent fire test and dual-directional fire safety in atria. It was the Romans who first made atria fashionable, and gave it the name by which we still know them. Their domestic version was an open central courtyard, often with a sunken pool to catch rainwater. Today, atria remain a popular […]
A new normal for retail
Jane Embury looks to the design of interior retail space Earlier this week we wrote that looking back is also an opportunity to look ahead with a new perspective. That’s true for individuals, companies or countries as we begin to struggle free from Covid-19. It’s a perspective that has shifted, with the pandemic making us […]
Safety in supply chains
Jane Embury looks at what the government is planning The government has announced a new building safety regulator, with very sharp teeth. This regulator will sit within the Office for Product Safety and Standards. It will be expanded and given a significant £10m budget. It’s a move we have welcomed, because product safety in the […]
